Jim Shore Disney Traditions – Mickey Mouse – Eager to Learn

Jim Shore Disney Traditions – Mickey Mouse – Eager to Learn

Design: Mickey Mouse – Eager to Learn
Measurement(s): Height: 14cm x Width: 6cm x Depth: 9cm
Material(s): stone resin
Artist: Jim Shore

Mickey Mouse heads Back to School in this delightful design commemorating an annual rite of passage for students everywhere. Beautifully handcrafted, this scholarly scene features Jim Shore’s signature combination of quilt patterns and folk art motifs.

Packed in a branded gift box. Unique variations should be expected as this product is hand painted. Not a toy or children’s product. Intended for adults only.

Jim Shore grew up in rural South Carolina, the son of artistic parents who instilled a love of the traditional imagery of American folk art. His grandmother was a master quilter who taught him an appreciation for the patience and skill required to bring intricate designs to life. Jim drew inspiration from these roots. “”There’s an innocence, a purity in the designs found in early American art, particularly in quilts. These were masterpieces designed by artists driven to create. I collect quilts dating back over 150 years and when I look at the level of skill and creativity I am constantly amazed. It’s high art from everyday, often humble surroundings.”” Initially Jim pursued his art where and when he could. He studied engineering and received a degree in business, not art. He supported his young family as an engineer, honing his skills as a sculptor and painter in his spare time.